Is it suggested to use Diane-35 pills for men as these are hormone pills?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I would like to inquire or ask a medical advice on taking Diane-35 pills. Is it fine for me as a man to take these hormone pills?

Answered by Ananth Shanmugam

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Dr. Ananth Shanmugam is a highly experienced psychiatrist and andrologist with expertise in mental health, psychotherapy, and counseling. He provides compassionate care for conditions such as anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and men’s health issues. With a focus on holistic well-being, he blends medical expertise with personalized therapy to help patients achieve emotional balance, mental resilience, and healthier relationships.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

Diane-35 (Cyproterone and ethinyl estradiol) is an anti-acne pill and an oral contraceptive rolled into one and is for women who have excessive facial hair and acne. If a man were to take it, it might make him lose his masculine characteristics, such as facial hair, and might lead to lower sperm count. I would suggest against it.

Hope this helps.

Regards.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At March 6, 2014
Reviewed At April 9, 2025

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Ananth Shanmugam is a highly experienced psychiatrist and andrologist with expertise in mental health, psychotherapy, and counseling. He provides compassionate care for conditions such as anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and men’s health issues. With a focus on holistic well-being, he blends medical expertise with personalized therapy to help patients achieve emotional balance, mental resilience, and healthier relationships.

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Education:

MBBS

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Dr. Ananth Shanmugam is a highly experienced psychiatrist and andrologist with expertise in mental health, psychotherapy, and counseling. He provides compassionate care for conditions such as anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and men’s health issues. With a focus on holistic well-being, he blends medical expertise with personalized therapy to help patients achieve emotional balance, mental resilience, and healthier relationships.

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